Interventional Radiology Technologist

Job Summary

Performs routine & highly specialized diagnostic & therapeutic interventional radiology procedures on patients following established parameters/protocols for use by physicians in diagnosis & treatment of pathologies under general supervision.

Essential Responsibilities

• Operates extremely technical imaging equipment and applies ionizing radiation to the patient in accordance with standard operating procedures, according to departmental policies, procedures/protocols and as appropriate for the particular patient.
• Performs diagnostic & therapeutic procedures, utilizing image-guided surgical procedures, sterile technique and radiographic technique.
• Uses proper radiation safety measures to conform to the ALARA principle according to departmental Radiation Safety Policies & Procedures.
• Operates laser imagers, and Radiographic / Fluoroscopic equipment to obtain radiographic images.
• Critiques radiographs for quality and accuracy.
• Reviews history and pertinent images with designated Interventional Radiologist to assure appropriate application of procedure.
• Assists physicians with specialized diagnostic and interventional procedures by handling equipment, preparing procedure and instrument trays, prepping and explaining procedures to patients and other related tasks under the supervision of an Interventional Radiologist.
• Uses EKG equipment, Intravenous pumps, Blood Pressure equipment, pulse oximeter and related routine equipment to maintain continuous patient care while patient is undergoing procedure.
• Prepares radiopaque materials for administration by Radiologist.
• Opens contrast material, maintaining integrity of the sterile syringes, needles, and draws-up contrast for injection in accordance with departmental procedures.
• Demonstrates basic competencies in processing images and troubleshooting. Performs minor trouble shooting operations. Initiates calls for equipment problems.
• Communicates effectively with patients, nurses, and physicians, particularly regarding information on angiography procedures requiring specialized patient preparation.
• Communicates with clinicians regarding patient preparation for angiography/ interventional procedures, procedure results and to assist in resolving problems as needed.
• Maintains proper documentation for internal and external Regulatory compliance.
• Maintains pertinent patient and procedure documentation in Kaiser Medical Record Systems such as Centricity, KP Health Connect, etc., as applicable.
• Assists in maintaining perpetual inventory count and scans product not in inventory systems.
• Assists in maintaining a smooth operational flow & maximum patient volume.
• Assumes many roles within an interventional procedure: Scrubs in & assists the physician in the surgical procedures. Circulates w/in the procedure room & procure all equipment needed for any given procedure. Positions the patient, select radiation exposure parameters & image the patient. Maintains a high degree of accuracy & an awareness of all radiation & patient safety issues involved w/ any invasive procedure. Demonstrates a thorough understanding & working knowledge of normal anatomy, abnormal anatomy & physiology, radiation safety, interventional supplies & equipment operation. Recognizes & resolves equipment operations. Recognizes & resolves equipment problems & discrepancies anticipate patient needs & concerns, & determines the appropriate care needed.
• Uses professional judgment & critical thinking when performing procedures.
• Performs other related duties as directed.